Fitting rooms are back open in the UK! One of the totally trivial things I have missed during this pandemic has been the ability to try clothes on before buying. I absolutely hate having to return stuff bought online, and I miss being able to go into shops and try silly things, or different shapes,…

With recently returning to the office I had a sudden panic that I had nothing to wear that fit and that wasnt dungarees or joggers. So, I hit the ASOS sale for a few simple pieces that would be a little more presentable. I do try not to shop too much fast fashion but as a plus size person on …

I am trying to get back into the swing of blogging again, long time readers will know I go through phases of blogging lots and then not at all. I would like to get a little more consistent as it is something I really like doing; writing and sharing. First and foremost I do this for me, almost like …

This blog post contains affiliate links Zoe is 6 and a half and in year 1. Obviously with lockdowns and home schooling things have been a little different this year in terms of school, but one thing I have noticed recently is how her reading has suddenly clicked into place. For the longest time re…

Pre-covid I took eating out at a restaurant for granted, it was just something we did occassionally. The choice was plentiful and it was often something spur of the moment. A spontaneous week night pub dinner with the family, a post-work bite at the local streetfood place, cheeky date night with …

We rent our home, but on a long term basis. We have always rented and it can be tough to put your stamp on a place when you're limited in what changes you can make and the walls are 70 different shades of magnolia. I have always poured my love of colour into my wardrobe, but I felt it was t…